1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 AMC Ambassador. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Ambassador | 996 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2360 mm |
